Irons Homes under $500,000

Irons Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Irons, Michigan – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Lake County. This charming community offers the perfect blend of serene natural beauty and small-town warmth. Surrounded by lush forests, sparkling lakes, and abundant wildlife, Irons is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy fishing, hiking, or simply soaking in the tranquility of nature, this area has something for everyone.

Irons boasts a rich history and a friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a peaceful lifestyle. With a close-knit community, residents often come together for local events, farmers' markets, and seasonal festivals that highlight the best of what this lovely town has to offer.

For those looking to make Irons their home, the real estate market is both inviting and accessible. You’ll find a variety of charming homes under $500,000, perfect for first-time buyers or those seeking a vacation retreat. From cozy cabins nestled in the woods to spacious family homes with modern amenities, there’s a property to suit every taste and budget. Imagine waking up to the sounds of nature and enjoying your morning coffee on a porch overlooking picturesque landscapes.

With its affordable housing options and breathtaking surroundings, Irons, MI, is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle waiting to be embraced. Come explore the possibilities and discover why so many are choosing to call Irons home!

Newest Irons Homes under $500,000

9236 N Irons Road, Irons
$349,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26051969 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Private Country Living with Modern Upgrades. Escape to your own private retreat with this stunning, fully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home situated on 10 picturesque acres. Featuring 1,400 square feet of beautifully updated living space, this property combines country charm with modern convenience. The chef-inspired kitchen boasts premium new appliances and custom self-closing cabinetry. A brand-new wood stove provides warmth and character, while the screened-in deck offers the perfect place to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. _The chef-inspired kitchen boasts premium new appliances and custom self-closing cabinetry. A brand-new wood stove provides warmth and character, while the screened-in deck offers the perfect place to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Complete with a fenced backyard, paved driveway, heated 2-car garage with 50 amp exterior plug, 200-amp electrical service, this move-in-ready home delivers comfort, quality, and privacy. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the property's close proximity to thousands of acres of federal land and nearby ORV trails, providing endless opportunities for recreation right outside your door.

9236 N Irons Road, Irons
10703 N Mac Road, Irons
$279,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26049855 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Privacy, space, and everything you love about Northern Michigan await at this immaculately maintained, sprawling ranch-style manufactured home offering approximately 1585 square feet of comfortable living space on nine beautiful acres. The property features a wonderful mix of rolling hills, open areas, and mature woods, creating a peaceful and private Up North setting. Inside, you will find a formal living room plus an oversized family room, providing plenty of space to spread out and entertain. A cozy fireplace and woodstove add warmth and character, while an exterior wood-burning heating system and traditional furnace provide multiple options for keeping the home comfortable throughout the colder months. Outside, the property offers a detached two-stall garage, pole barn for additional storage and recreational toys, hookups for two campers, a circular driveway that is paved near the home, and attractive established landscaping. Enjoy the privacy and seclusion of country living without sacrificing convenience, with easy access from 10 1/2 Mile Road and just minutes from downtown Irons. The surrounding area is known for its lakes, rivers, ORV and snowmobile trail systems, hunting, fishing, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation. Whether you are looking for a full-time Northern Michigan home or a spacious Up North retreat with room for your recreational lifestyle, this unique property offers the space, setting, and amenities to enjoy it all. Professional Photos Inside and Out Coming Soon!

10703 N Mac Road, Irons
5630 N Irons Road, Irons
$279,900
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26049607 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Great recreational location for this year round or seasonal 3 Bedroom 1 Bath home within walking distance of State and Federal Land. Ranch style home has been recently painted features updated composite decking and screen porch overlooking the nicely wooded 10 acre parcel. Home has a spacious open floor plan with beautiful hardwood flooring and knotty pine interior. Living room offers a stone gas fireplace that can be enjoyed from the kitchen with snack bar and large walk in pantry and eating area/mud room. Kitchen connects to screen porch, home has a metal roof. Large 10x20 shed with 2x6 frame for additional storage huge bonus is the 32x20 pole barn with cement floors. Trails and elevated deer blind at the back of the property. Most furnishings will stay making this Northern Michigan get-a-way move in ready! Close to the Little Manistee River at Spencer Bridge and Indian Bridge, great location this retreat has so much to offer!

5630 N Irons Road, Irons
9154 W Ridge View Drive, Irons
$299,900
5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 20261072874 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your own slice of Northern Michigan paradise! This charming 5 bedroom, 2 bath chalet blends classic cottage character with thoughtful modern updates, creating a warm and inviting retreat that feels like home from the moment you arrive. Nestled on the shores of beautiful Alice Lake, this property offers the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining and making memories year round. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen and bathrooms complemented by a cozy, cottage inspired aesthetic and modern touches throughout. The spacious layout provides plenty of room for family and guests, while the walk out basement adds valuable living and entertaining space.Step outside and enjoy the lake from multiple decks, each offering its own opportunity to take in the peaceful surroundings. Perfect for morning coffee, sunset views or entertaining. The lower level opens directly to the outdoors, creating an easy connection between indoor and outdoor living. A pole barn provides excellent space for storing boats, toys, outdoor equipment, or creating your own workshop. It even has a bar area with a deck overlooking the lake!Whether you're looking for a year round home, weekend getaway or add a lakefront rental to your portfolio, this Alice Lake chalet offers the quintessential Northern Michigan lifestyle!

9154 W Ridge View Drive, Irons
7261 N Bass Lake Road, Irons
$369,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26047107 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nestled on 2.85 beautifully wooded acres, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath chalet offers the perfect year-round home or Up North retreat. The inviting open floor plan connects the living room, dining area and kitchen, complete with a convenient coffee and wine bar. Relax in the all-season room or step onto the expansive wraparound deck overlooking the peaceful yard. The full basement includes a laundry area, abundant windows and an open layout ready to become a family room, game room or man cave. A durable metal roof and large, fully finished pole barn add even more value and versatility. Located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest near the Little Manistee River and North Country Trail, with direct access from the property to nearby ORV and snowmobile trails.

7261 N Bass Lake Road, Irons
9232 W 7 Mile Road, Irons
$239,900
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26047100 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE CONTINGENT Status
Your Up North getaway is ready and waiting! Set on 1.86 wooded acres, this inviting cabin features an open floor plan with a warm knotty pine and steel interior, hickory kitchen cabinets and a large gathering counter perfect for meals, games and entertaining. The sleeping quarters include space-saving Murphy beds, while the covered back porch provides a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the wooded setting. The cabin comes fully furnished. A spacious 30'x75' pole barn offers exceptional storage for boats, ORVs, snowmobiles, hunting gear and more. Located on a paved, county-maintained road for easy year-round access, just down the road from hundreds of acres of Federal Land, Big Bass Lake and the many recreational opportunities the Irons area has to offer. Ride your ORV or snowmobile to nearby trails. An adjoining 100 acres is also available, or the seller may consider selling a portion to create a larger parcel. A great base camp for hunting and year-round recreation!

9232 W 7 Mile Road, Irons
5274 N Bahr Drive, Irons
$39,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1949653 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Pleasant Acres Resort in beautiful Irons, MI! This well-maintained 1968 singlewide offers a charming seasonal getaway with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Enjoy the simplicity of lake-life living with convenient access to the lake, a community boat launch, and common areas where kids can play and everyone can gather. This property also features a storage shed for your outdoor gear and toys, while the roof was replaced in 2014 for added peace of mind. Whether you are looking for a place to spend summer weekends, enjoy boating and fishing, or simply escape to a peaceful Northern Michigan setting, this property is ready to make memories. Seasonal use offers an affordable way to enjoy all that the area has to offer!

5274 N Bahr Drive, Irons
10619 N River Dr Ranch, Irons
$309,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26044247 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
GET READY HUNTERS - Discover your secluded Northern Michigan retreat on 10.45 beautifully wooded acres! This recently remodeled 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features an impressive open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, a spacious living area and an updated kitchen with granite countertops, breakfast bar and dining area. The main level also offers a bedroom, full bath, laundry and a window-filled three-season room perfect for entertaining. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and a half bath. The finished walkout basement expands the living space with a knotty-pine family room, bunk room and mechanical/storage area. Outside, enjoy the large deck and outdoor shower. The secluded property provides direct access to Federal Land along the entire west side and at the southeast corner—see the attached Federal Land map. The 24'x40' pole barn features all-new electrical, including a panel, switches, outlets and lighting. Additional improvements include new 200-amp underground electrical service and a Kohler whole-house transfer switch ready for a generator unit to be connected. Located near the Little Manistee River and North Country Trail, with Lake Michigan, Manistee and Ludington just 15-20 minutes away. An ideal year-round home, Up North getaway or potential vacation rental!

10619 N River Dr Ranch, Irons
7274 N Bass Lake Road, Irons
$240,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26043938 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Close to Big Bass Lake on a county maintained paved road, this year round or seasonal home sits on over 2 1/2 acres. Open floor plan with two bedrooms and a bath on the main floor, beautiful hardwood floors, lots of windows overlooking the lovely flowers and mature trees in the front yard. Basement level has a non-conforming possible third bedroom, washer/dryer and cellar storage. 2 car garage with workshop area is attached with a den/oversized mud room with a fireplace. 24x40 pole barn has power for extra work and storage space, 10x10 storage shed. Paved driveway and a corner lot with frontage on two roads, This home has so much to offer in a great Northern Michigan location!

7274 N Bass Lake Road, Irons
10532 N Oak Street, Irons
$149,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26039101 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this two-bedroom, one-bath residence in Irons, MI, offering 1,016 square feet of finished living space plus a Michigan basement. Situated on a generous 1.3 acer lot, this single-family home provides ample outdoor space and room to expand. The property features a four-stall mechanic's garage with a service pit, providing excellent storage and vehicle service accommodation. This straightforward, practical property presents an opportunity for those seeking a solid foundation in a quiet setting.

10532 N Oak Street, Irons
10130 N Brooks Road, Irons
$59,900
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26039066 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Some properties are about the house. This one is about where it takes you. Set on 1 acre directly across the paved road from the Manistee National Forest, this property offers endless potential for the outdoor enthusiast. Featuring a home, separate cabin, and detached storage garage, it's ready for someone with vision to restore and make it their own. Whether you're dreaming of a hunting camp, weekend getaway, or Up North retreat, you'll love having miles of forest, trails, wildlife, nearby lakes, trout streams, and year-round recreation just steps away. The buildings need work, but the location is one you can't recreate.

10130 N Brooks Road, Irons
8316 N Aqua Drive, Irons
$245,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26038137 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE BACKUP Status
CHARMING 2-BEDROOM COTTAGE WITH PRIVATE LAKE FRONTAGE! Whether you're searching for the perfect Up North getaway or a comfortable year-round home, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage checks all the boxes. Situated on 1.23 acres with 75 feet of private frontage on Blue Lake and easy access to all-sports Harper Lake just around the corner, you'll enjoy the best of Northern Michigan living. The remodeled kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and updated cabinetry. A whole-home Generac generator provides added peace of mind year-round. Relax on the patio, gather around the fire pit, or store all your outdoor toys in the impressive 20' x 40' pole barn with plenty of room for vehicles, a boat, jet skis, and a side-by-side. Ride directly to miles of ORV and snowmobile trails or spend the day fishing the nearby Little Manistee River at DeWitt Bridge. Endless outdoor recreation awaits!

8316 N Aqua Drive, Irons
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